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Surf Destination Guide

A laid-back beach town with beginner-friendly waves and vibrant nightlife.

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Overview

What to expect in Tamarindo

A fuller destination overview is coming soon. Use the essentials below to get a quick read on access, surf profile, travel rhythm, and local conditions.

Essential information

Location & Access
Country
Costa-Rica
Nearest City
Tamarindo
Airport
Daniel Oduber Quiros International Airport
Surf Profile
Waves Direction
Right
Break type
Unknown
Best months
DecemberJanuaryFebruary
Travel & Local Vibe
Comfort
Comfortable
Cost
Moderate
Travelers type
SoloCoupleFamily
Culture & Local Life
Language
Spanish
Currency
CRC
Religion
Christianity
Safety & Hazards
Safety level
High
Health hazards
None
Surf hazards
Rips

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Seasonal conditions, month by month

Find out what conditions to expect during your trip and plan accordingly. This breakdown of typical surf, weather, and wind conditions by month can help you choose the best time to visit and know what gear to bring.

Selected month

Surf rating

4/5

Recommended level

Intermediate, Advanced

Water

28 °C

Sun /Rain

28 / 2 days

Surf
Water temp28 °C
Avg swell1.2 m
Consistency70 %
CrowdMedium
Weather
Min air23 °C
Max air34 °C
Rainy days2 / month
Sunny days28 / month
Wind
Wind force3
DirectionE
Consistency75 %

Season overview

Surf and temperature trends

Swell mAir °CWater °CAverage surfGood surfPerfect season
30°15°0°°C1.80.90.0mJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

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